Three Benefits of an Aljon Scrap Logger/Baler
A scrap logger/baler is essential to operations at any scrapyard. The proper equipment helps ensure superior safety, efficiency, and throughput. While there are many brands out there, choosing the one that best serves your needs is vital to success. An Aljon scrap logger/baler is designed to make your job easier. Three Benefits You Get from […]
Low Pressure Systems vs High Pressure Systems in Scrap Logger/Balers
You know your scrapyard operations hinge on your selection of the best scrap logger/baler for the job. But did you know different manufacturers often engineer similar equipment in different ways – and those differences can affect your bottom line? One example is found in the use of high pressure vs. low pressure hydraulics. Hydraulic systems […]
3 Safety Tips for Operation of Your Scrap Logger/Baler
With a scrap logger/baler like the Aljon 400XL or the larger Aljon 580CL, your personnel can process as much as 25 tons of scrap per hour. Proper scrap equipment operation is essential to reach and maintain optimal levels of performance for your scrap yard – while ensuring safety for your staff and longevity for your […]
The Benefits of Purchasing Scrap Equipment From a Smaller Niche Company
Niche Companies and Quality Service/Parts Specialization and niche, frankly, go hand-in-hand. When dealing with multi-part equipment such as balers and scrap loggers, it is imperative that the parts can be efficiently upgraded or replaced. This includes the time it takes to search for them, the reliability of the provider, and what is actually available. For […]
Regular Inspections of Your Scrap Logger/Baler Help You Get The Most Out of Your Scrap Logger/Baler
Scrap logger/balers are workhorses that should be built to withstand heavy-duty daily use for extended periods of time. The best way for you to extend your scrap logger/baler’s service life is by consistently performing regular inspections and routine service. When you buy a scrap logger/baler, it should come with an operator’s manual that provides photos […]
How Important is it to Order Parts Directly From the Manufacturer of My Scrap Equipment?
Maintaining heavy equipment like scrap loggers and balers is critical to ensuring smooth operations in scrap yards and recycling facilities. When parts need replacing, you’re faced with a choice: order directly from the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or opt for generic, aftermarket parts. While the latter may seem like a cost-saving shortcut, there are significant factors […]
3 Important Routine Services You Should Perform On Your Scrap Logger/Baler Regularly
Formidable in appearance but straightforward in function, the scrap logger/baler is a powerful and meticulously engineered machine. Used in scrap metal and recycling industries to compress and bundle large quantities of scrap materials into dense, manageable bales, it reduces the volume of scrap, making it easier to transport, store, and sell for recycling or disposal, […]
What Are the Differences Between Electric and Diesel Powered Scrap Equipment?
Diesel engines may feel like the traditional choice while electric is the trendy new kid on the block, but both have a surprisingly long history — and an equally long list of pros and cons. They are both known for their high torque, making them extremely useful for large, power-hungry machinery like scrap equipment. Electric engines can supply full torque […]
